Tunkwa Lake
World-renowned chironomid fishery with productive weed beds and massive insect hatches throughout spring and autumn.
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Tunkwa Lake at a glance
- Region
- Region 3 - Thompson-Nicola
- Management unit
- MU 3-18
- Elevation
- 1160 m
- Maximum depth
- 18 m
- Surface area
- 140.0 ha
- Trout strain
- Pennask & Blackwater Rainbow Trout
- Typical size
- Documented catches to 7-8 lbs, with fish reported up to 10 lbs
- Stocking
- 25,000+ yearlings
- Boat launch
- Concrete Ramp (Trailer Friendly)
- Motor rules
- 🚤 Gas & Electric Motors Permitted
- Ice fishing
- Open, confirmed
When to fish it
- May - June
- Late Sept - Oct
Getting there
Tunkwa Lake Provincial Park. Paved access, multiple concrete boat launches, dock, resort.
Coordinates: 50.6086, -120.8575
Regulations
Bait ban, single barbless hook. Electric motor or restricted speed in designated bays.
Always check the current BC Freshwater Fishing Regulations Synopsis before you go. Regulations change in season.
Camping and rec sites at Tunkwa Lake
- Tunkwa Lake Provincial Park (Main Campground)
170+ vehicle-accessible campsites, concrete boat launch, fishing dock, fish cleaning station, and water pump
Facilities: Concrete Boat Launch, Fishing Dock, Pit Toilets, Water Pump, Fire Rings, Tables
Access: Paved Tunkwa Lake Rd (2WD)
Coordinates: 50.614104, -120.849773 Official page - Leighton Lake Campground (Tunkwa Park)
87 vehicle-accessible campsites directly on Leighton Lake, boat launch, and pit toilets
Facilities: Boat Launch, Pit Toilets, Fire Rings, Tables
Access: Maintained Gravel (2WD)
Coordinates: 50.622, -120.835 Official page
Local shops and lodges in the Thompson-Nicola
- Tunkwa Lake Resort, Logan Lake / Tunkwa, BC
Lakeside cabins, boat rentals, woodstoves & waterfront launches
Tunkwa Lake Resort website
Other lakes nearby
- Adams Lake
- Alleyne Lake
- Andy Lake
- Aylmer (Star) Lake
- Azure Lake
- Badger Lake
- Big O.K. (Island) Lake
- Birch Lake
Data from the BC Ministry of Water, Land and Resource Stewardship, the BC Freshwater Fishing Regulations Synopsis, and Sites and Trails BC.